The US Environmental Protection Agency is stepping up inspections of water facilities that may be vulnerable to cyberattacks, the agency said Monday, citing an increase “in frequency and severity” of cyberattacks on the nation’s water plants.
Sebastopol residents could pay an average of $43 more per month for water and sewer services beginning July 1. The proposed increase, to be discussed by city leaders on Tuesday and be voted on by the Sebastopol City Council in June, is meant to cover the cost of much needed maintenance and replacements on the […]
Cyberattacks against water utilities across the country are becoming more frequent and more severe, the Environmental Protection Agency warned Monday as it issued an enforcement alert urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation’s drinking water.
Pictures taken from a NASA satellite earlier this month show a big difference in the water level at Shasta Lake from just two years ago. According to NASA, the older photo shows the lake at around 40% capacity, the low water level leaving a bright outline around California’s biggest reservoir.
The Biden administration is moving forward with new permitting guidance to curb pollution that moves through groundwater in response to a landmark Supreme Court ruling. In a decision praised by environmental advocates, the high court ruled in 2020 that wastewater treatment plants and industrial facilities must obtain federal permits for groundwater pollution that affects major […]
Construction experts and politicians gathered on May 17 at historic Union Station in Los Angeles to discuss the challenges of delivering major infrastructure projects in Southern California and the Western U.S. Led by United for Infrastructure (UFI), the event coincided with the end of Infrastructure Week 2024 and featured panels covering topics such as transportation […]
EPA Says It Will Step Up Cyber Regulation of Water Systems Amid Increase in Cyberattacks
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /CNNby Sean LyngaasThe US Environmental Protection Agency is stepping up inspections of water facilities that may be vulnerable to cyberattacks, the agency said Monday, citing an increase “in frequency and severity” of cyberattacks on the nation’s water plants.
Sebastopol City Council Planning Water Rate Increase as Some City Workers Seethe
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /The Press Democratby Amie WindsorSebastopol residents could pay an average of $43 more per month for water and sewer services beginning July 1. The proposed increase, to be discussed by city leaders on Tuesday and be voted on by the Sebastopol City Council in June, is meant to cover the cost of much needed maintenance and replacements on the […]
Cyberattacks Against Water Utilities Across US Are Rising, EPA Warns
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /Fox 5 San Diegoby The Associated PressCyberattacks against water utilities across the country are becoming more frequent and more severe, the Environmental Protection Agency warned Monday as it issued an enforcement alert urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation’s drinking water.
NASA Photos Show Dramatic Change at Shasta Lake, California’s Largest Reservoir
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /FOX40 (Sacramento)by Jacque PorterPictures taken from a NASA satellite earlier this month show a big difference in the water level at Shasta Lake from just two years ago. According to NASA, the older photo shows the lake at around 40% capacity, the low water level leaving a bright outline around California’s biggest reservoir.
Biden Admin Advances Groundwater Permitting Policy
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /E&E Newsby Miranda WillsonThe Biden administration is moving forward with new permitting guidance to curb pollution that moves through groundwater in response to a landmark Supreme Court ruling. In a decision praised by environmental advocates, the high court ruled in 2020 that wastewater treatment plants and industrial facilities must obtain federal permits for groundwater pollution that affects major […]
Infrastructure Experts Discuss LA’s Preparations for Olympics, World Cup
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /ENR Californiaby Greg AragonConstruction experts and politicians gathered on May 17 at historic Union Station in Los Angeles to discuss the challenges of delivering major infrastructure projects in Southern California and the Western U.S. Led by United for Infrastructure (UFI), the event coincided with the end of Infrastructure Week 2024 and featured panels covering topics such as transportation […]